Wills "Dogs" were issued in 1937 and enclosed in Wild Woodbine Cigarettes. The
following is printed on the back of the card. "The St. Bernard
takes his name from the Hospice of St. Bernard in the Swiss Alps,
the monks of which have carefully bred this magnificent breed for
five hundred years. In 1815, the breed was regenerated mainly
through the influence of the noted dog Barry I. These noble
animals have a romantic history, having been instrumental in saving
the lives of many travelers in the snow, and have claimed the
title of the "holy breed." There are both rough and smooth-coated
St. Bernards.Colour mainly orange and white.
Height at shoulder 30 ins.Weight 180 lbs."
Saint Bernard Card 1(Wills Dogs, 1937)... $4.95 each
These cards were issued by The British Automatic Company Ltd. in 1953. There
were three different series of 32 cards each.
The cards were obtained from weighing machines for the cost of one penny. The
fronts of the cards have an artist-drawn picture of a dog. The machine stamped
the date and the person's weight (in stones and pounds, 1 stone = 14 pounds) on
the back of the card.
Saint Bernard Card 2(British Automatic, 1953)... $4.95 each
This a Cofton Collections "Dogs 3rd Series-Reprint of 1963", issued in 1988.
Saint Bernard Card 3(Cofton Collections 3rd series reprint, 1988)... $4.95 each
From the collection of Hormiman Tea "Dogs" issued in 1961. Shown on the back of the card: "Known as the
'saintly breed', their special mission of saving life in their
native Switzerland ensures that they will always be regarded as
really noble dogs. First mentioned in archives of the Hospice of
Saint Bernard in 1707 but may have existed there before. One of
the giant breeds with massive heads, powerful bodies and a dense
waterproof coat. Colours orange or brindle with white markings
on muzzle, collar, chest, feet and tail."
Saint Bernard Card 4(Hornimans Tea, 1961)... $4.95 each
ST. BERNARD PUPPY
This lovely picture card is from the Carreras 1936 series "Dogs & Friend". Printed on the back of the card:
"The St. Bernard puppy in this picture is nine weeks old. These heavy breed
need very careful rearing if they are to be kept sound, and it is essential
to give them some boneforming food. Phosphates of lime are extremely cheap
and very beneficial for this purpose. Breeders of heavy dogs tell you that
one should let a puppy sleep after a meal to prevent undue strain of the
ligaments. It is a mistake to exercise them for long at a time."
Saint Bernard Card 5(Carreras Dogs and Friend, 1936)... $4.95 each
Wills "Dogs" were issued in 1937 and enclosed in Wild Woodbine Cigarettes.
A description follows as shown on the back of the card:
"The rescue dog of the Swiss Alps. Skull square and massive, with moderately
long, strong muzzle and level mouth. Eyes dark and showing a little haw.
Nose large and black with big nostrils. Neck lengthy with full dewlap. Shoulders
sloping. Chest wide and deep. Body of great girth with wide, rather long,
powerful back and loins. Forelegs straight and heavily boned. Hind legs powerful
and well bent at hock. Feet large and well padded. Tail of good length.
Coat either rough or smooth, dence and weather-resisting; not curly. Colour:
brindle or deep orange with white streaks down nose, collar, chest, forelegs,
feet and end of tail; black shadings on face and tail."
Saint Bernard Card 7(Wills Dogs, 1937)... $4.95 each
Bassett Candy "Popular Dogs" were issued in 1967. On the back: "The St. Bernard
is one of the noblest dogs with its massive frame, huge bone and big head.
It is associated with rescue work in the Alps, with the traditional barrel
of brandy attached around his neck. The colour of his coat may be red, orange,
various shades of brindle, or white with patches on the body. Their height
normally exceeds 31 in."
Saint Bernard Card 8(Bassett Candy, 1967)... $4.95 each
Carreras "Dogs & Friend" were issued in 1936 and described by Lady Kitty Ritson
on the back of the card: "Unfortunately, a good many of the tales about
St. Bernards are legends, although it is true that the monks took them with
them when they went out to search for lost travellers. The modern St. Bernard
has probably a good many crosses, including mastiff and great dane.
They are good natured and good-looking dogs, but they are too big to live
with any comfort in a small house, and they need a large kennel. It is very
difficult to find a really sound St. Bernard, owing to their weight."
Saint Bernard Card 9(Carreras Dogs and Friend, 1936)... $4.95 each
This card is from the Cofton Collections "Dogs 1st Series-Reprint of 1963,
issued in 1988.
Saint Bernard Card 10(Cofton Collections 1st series reprint, 1988)... $4.95 each
This lovely colorful card is fairly new, issued by a company called
Service Line, in Modena, Italy in 1996. The dog is not identified and the only printing
on the back of the card is the names of the series "Dogs & Cats".
Saint Bernard Card 11(Service Line Modena Italy, 1996)... $4.95 each
Molassine "Dogs at Work" were issued in 1970 by VIMS-PET
FOODS. On the back; "The St. Bernard dog will always be recognised as the Alpine
rescue dog. During the past 300 years they have rescued 2,000 victims of the
snow in the Swiss Alps. The monks at the famous Hospice 8,000 feet up the
St. Bernard Pass, set out on their errands of mercy with the faithful dogs
to rescue and bring back the victims who would have perished, but for the
St. Bernard dog with his extraordinary scenting skill."
Saint Bernard Card 12(Molassine Dogs at Work, 1970)... $5.95 each
"JESSIE" and "ALICE"
(St. Bernard)
Wills "Puppies by Dawson-Reprint of 1940", issued in 1990. Printed
on the back of the card is a brief description of the puppies by
the artist Lucy Dawson: "Here are two gold and white beauties
(from a famous kennel)whose parents and grandparents I have drawn from
time to time. They are very young but already they take up a good portion
of any ordinary-sized room. I have only tried taking a St. Bernard out once,
but I found it was all very one-sided, because I was the one on the lead!"
Saint Bernard Card 13(Wills Puppies by Dawson reissue, 1990)... $5.95 each
Rough-coated St. Bernard.
Players issued this series "Dogs by Wardle-Full Length" in 1931. The printing on the
back of the card is as follows. "The St. Bernard takes his name
fron the Hospice of St. Bernard in the Swiss Alps, the monks of
which have carefully bred these magnificent dogs for some 500 years.
Early in the 19th century the breed was regenerated, mainly through
the influence of the noted dog Barry I. The history of these
noble animals is full of romance, and many a travellers lost in
Alpine snows, owes his life to dog of the "Holy Breed." There are
two varieties, rough-coated and smooth-coated. Colours: orange,
mahogany brindle, red brindle, or white with body patches of any
of these colours. Height about 30 in. Weight about 180 lb."
Saint Bernard Card 14(Players Dogs full length, 1931)... $6.95 each
CH. ABBOTS PASS ST. ANTONY Sire: Abbots Pass Achilles. Dam: Abbots Pass Arabella. Born: April 8th 1933.
A series of real photos by Sinclair "Champion Dogs", issued 1938.
The following is shown on the back of the card: "Is unbeaten in his show career.
At Cruft's Great International Dog Show, 1935, won six Firsts and two Specials.
At Cruft's Golden Jubilee Dog Show, 1936, three Firsts, one Special; and at
Cruft's Coronation Dog Show, 1937, three Firsts, one Special. Owned by: Mrs. E. K. Staines, Leigh, Surrey."
Saint Bernard Card 15(Sinclair Champion Dogs, 1938)... $6.95 each
This beautiful painting by artist Arthur Wardle was originally
issued by Players in 1940 but due to the paper shortage was not released
until a later date. However, an authorized reproduction of the
same card was issued in 1994. The title of the series is
'Dogs Heads(Eire)-Reprint of 1940' I do not have an original,
but I do have one of the authorized reproductions. The following
is shown on the back of the card: "The St. Bernard will always
remain famous as the breed which has done such valuable rescue work
from the St. Bernard Hospice in the Alps and references show that
as long ago as the 18th century dogs were used to help the monks
in their duties. Most famous of all the Hospice dogs was Barry which
is said to have saved 40 human lives. The mountainous parts of
Europe have produced several breeds of dogs not unlike the
St. Bernard, and many consider that the blood of Swiss Sennenhumds
and Pyrenean Mountain Dogs has had a share in the St. Bernard's
development".
Saint Bernard Card 16(Players Dogs Heads Eire reproduction, 1994)... $5.95 each
Players " Dogs by Wardle-Full Length" series was issued in 1931.
Printed on the back of the card is the following. "The St. Bernard
takes his name from the Hospice of St. Bernard in the Swiss Alps,
the monks of which have carefully bred this magnificent breed for
five hundered years. In 1815 the breed was regenerated mainly through
the influence of the noted dog Barry I. These noble animals have
a romantic history, having been instrumental in saving the lives
of many travellers in the snow, and have claimed the title of the
"holy breed." There are both rough and smooth-coated St. Bernards.
Colour mainly orange and white. Height at shoulder 30
ins.Weight 180 lbs".
Saint Bernard Card 17(Players Dogs full length, 1931)... $6.95 each
The smaller card on the left is a Players "Dogs by Wardle-Heads" series that
was issued in 1929. The following is shown on the back of the card:
"The St. Bernard will always remain famous as the breed which has done
such valuable rescue work from the St. Bernard Hospice in the Alps and
references show that as long ago as the 18th century dogs were used
to help the monks in their duties. The most famous of all the Hospice dogs was
Barry which is said to have saved 40 human lives. The mountainous part of Europe
have produced several breeds of dogs not unlike the St. Bernard, and many consider
that the blood of Swiss Sennenhunde and Pyrenean Mountain Dogs has had a share in
the St. Bernard's development."
The larger card on the right was also put out by Players titled "Dogs by
Wardle-2nd Series", issued in 1928. The description on the back of the card is different
from the description on the back of the smaller card.
"The St. Bernard takes his name from the Hospice of St. Bernard
in the Swiss Alps, the monks of which have carefully bred these magnificent
animals for some five hundred years. The long history of the 'holy breed' is
full of romance, and many travellers over the snowbound Alpine passes have
been rescued by these dogs. In 1815, the breed was regenerated mainly
through the influence of the notable dog Barry I. There are both rough
and smooth coated St. Bernard.Colour mainly orange and white.
Height at shoulder 30 inches.Weight 180 lbs."
Saint Bernard Card 18(Players Dogs Heads, 1929)... $7.95 each
Saint Bernard Card 18a(Players Dogs Heads 2nd series, 1928)... SOLD OUT
The card above is from a series titled "Some Popular Breeds of Dogs"
issued in 1955 by Typhoo Tea. These cards were printed on the packaging
of the tea and had to be cut out therefore the printing is on the front
of the card instead of the back.
Saint Bernard Card 19(Ty-Phoo Tea, 1955)... $8.95 each
ST. BERNARD Gallaher "Dogs 2nd Series" was issued in 1938. The
following is printed on the back of the card: "The St. Bernard is perhaps
the most romantic of all dogs. Its great size and strength and its thick
coat fits it admirably for its traditional work of rescuing stranded travellers
on the high St. Bernard Pass. The St. Bernard Hospice is many centuries
old, but the dogs as we know them have not existed for more than a hundred
and fifty years. The St. Bernard has a gentle, dignified and faithful
disposition, and there are innumerable stories of their saving of lives."
Saint Bernard Card 20(Gallaher Dogs 2nd Series, 1938)... $9.95 each
"OUR PUPPIES"
THE ST. BERNARD
Phillips " Our Puppies", is a series issued in 1936. The following description
appears on the back of the card. "St. Bernards are famous as rescue dogs,
being affectionate and faithful. There are two varieties-- rough-coated
and smooth-coated."
Saint Bernard Card 21(Godfrey Phillips OUR PUPPIES, 1936)... $12.95 each
ST. BERNARD
Champion St. Zita Pearl
Gallaher "Dogs" was issued in 1934. There were 24 cards in the set, the
St. Bernard is No. 22. The cards wer enclosed singly in a 20 pack of Gallaher's
Deluxe Cigarettes. The following is shown on the back of the card:
"St. Bernard, the founder of the Hospice, did not keep a St. Bernard dog,
neither did he found the kennel of the St. Bernard breed. At the Hospice
the keeping of dogs is a recent innovation, as it was only after 1800 that
the monks at the Hospice became interested in the breeding of dogs. It was
in 1815 that the first St. Bernard dog came to this country, and at one
time dogs sold for exceedingly high prices, and small fortunes were made
by breeders, and the breed remained a quasi-religious one here. The space
on this card is barely sufficient to give even scanty details of this breed.
The illustration of this fine specimen gives some idea of his size, the
bitch being owned by Mr. A. Yate."
Saint Bernard Card 22(Gallaher Champion Dogs, 1934)... SOLD OUT
Premier Trading Cards were made for use in vending machines manufactured
exclusively by the Oak Mfg. Co. This set of cards titled simply 'Dogs'
was issued in 1950. The following is printed on the back of the card:
"It is believed that the St. Bernard was named after St. Bernard de Menthon
who founded his famous "Hospice" in the Swiss Alps in the year 980.
Although originally brought to the "Hospice" to serve as watch dogs, the
monks soon discovered the St. Bernard was an excellent pathfinder in the
snow and their uncanny sense of smell made them invaluable in finding helpless
persons. In the last three centuries the St. Bernard is credited with saving
over 2500 human lives. It was not until 1880 that the name St. Bernard was
officially designated for this breed."
Saint Bernard Card 22(Premier Trading Cards, Oak Mfg. Co., 1950)... $14.95 each
ST. BERNARD (ROUGH-COATED)
Hignett issued their set of "Dogs" in 1936. These cards were enclosed in
Hignett Cigarettes. On the back of the card: "This breed has achieved
fame as the rescue dogs of the monks of St. Bernard in the Swiss Alps.
The most famous of them--"Barry"--was killed by accident in 1815. He was
15 years old, and had rescued 40 wanderers. Mr. T. O. Green's Champion,
'Sir Bedivere,' which weighed 200 lb. and stood 33 in. at shoulder, was
sold to America for 1,300 Francs. The St. Bernard monks still keep these
dogs, and years ago introduced Great Dane, Mastiff, and Pyrenean Sheepdog
blood to restore the breed's stamina."
Saint Bernard Card 24(Hignett Dogs, 1936)... $19.95 each
Moustafa Cigarettes issued these cards by artist Leo Chambers titled
"Leo Chambers Dogs Heads" in 1924. The description is on the back:
"The St. Bernard is the king of dogs, and neither his majestic presence
nor size is suitable to small surroundings. He reaches sometimes to a
height of over 3 ft., and is gnerally very good tempered. His use as a
member of a first-aid brigade is well known. He should have a powerful,
massive head, and strongly-built body, and coat, if rough, long and a
little wiry; if smooth, flat and close. Feed on Spratt's Dog Cakes and
'Rodnim.'"
Saint Bernard Card 25(Moustafa Leo Chambers Dogs Heads, 1924)... $24.95 each
ST. BERNARD.
(ROUGH COATED.)
Edwards Ringer & Bigg issued these "Dog Series-Klondyke" in
1908. This is a very old card and hard to come by.
The back of the card reads as follows.
"The St. Bernard-originally imported into this country from
Switzerland, where at the Hospice of St. Bernard he was
well known to history for the succour rendered to lost
travellers in the Alps-is certainly the most noble and
imposing in appearance of all breeds of dogs. He is bigger
to-day than ever. Height at shoulder anything over 30 inches.
Weight, 190 to 220 lbs. or more. Color- dull orange and
white, black shadings on face and ears."
Saint Bernard Card 26(Ringers Klondyke, 1908)... $24.95 each
The descripition on the back of this lovely picture is printed in German.
Saint Bernard Card 27(Germany)... $24.95 each
The descripition on the back of this lovely picture is also printed
in German.
Saint Bernard Card 28(Germany)... $24.95 each
Weeties "Favourite Dogs-New Zealand" series was issued in
1940. Printed on the back is the following. "The St.
Bernard is a very large dog traditionally associated with the
Hospice of St. Bernard, situated in the Alps. These dogs
were kept by the monks of the Hospice to rescue travllers
lost in the snow, and also as animals of burden. As they can
carry heavy weights of provisions. The St. Bernard is a
faithful, obedient and intelligent companion.
DO realise that your dog needs a dog's diet and provide your loyal friend
with good nourishing dog's food, not tit-bits."
Saint Bernard Card 29(Weeties Favourite dogs New Zealand, 1940)... $24.95 each
This card is from 'The Fable Series-1 to 50'. It is called
'THE MICHIEVOUS DOG'. However the tale on the back of this
card does not refer to the St. Bernard, but to the dog in
the middle with a chain and weight around his neck. "A dog
was so nischievous that his Master hung a weight from his neck.
The dog showed this weight as a badge of honor, until other
dogs told him it was really a mark of disgrace. Moral: Don't mistake Notoriety for Fame. These cards
were enclosed in TURKISH TROPHIES cigarettes.
Saint Bernard Card 30(Turkish Trophies cigarettes)... SOLD OUT
Wills "Dogs A Series" was issued in 1914. This was a series of
25 cards, the St. Bernard being No. 17. Inscription on
the back of the picture is as follows.
"These magnificent dogs,which take their name from the monastery
of Mount St. Bernard, are remarkable for their high standard of intelligence,
their faithfulness, and their sagacity. As is well known, they are employed
by the monks of the Monastery for the guidance and rescue of Alpine travellers.
The dogs are trained to go daily over the recognised routes of the mountain,
their tracks forming a guide for the travlier to follow. If these dogs find a travlier
who has been lost in the snow, and overcome by the cold,they attempt to revive
him, endeavouring to impart warmth by licking his face and hands. If this fails,
they returnat all speed to the Hospice to fetch the monks to the rescue. The St. Bernard
is a splendid looking animal, docile, and very good tempered.
As much as 1500 Francs has been paid for a prize dog of this breed."
Saint Bernard Card 31(Wills Dogs A Series ORIGINAL, 1914)... $24.95 each
This lovely, picture card is from a series of 25 cards put out by
Sanders Crystal Jelly titled simply 'Dogs' in 1926. These
cards were enclosed in packages of the Sanders Jelly and the Custard
Deluxe also put out by Sanders. The following is shown on the back of the card:
"Points. Head large and deep, "stop" well defined. From
"stop" to (just between the eyes) to nose rather short, great
depth from eye to lower jaw, ears carried close to head and not too big, neck
strong and slightly arched, chest deep and wide, front legs
quite straight, hind legs heavy in muscle and bone, feet large.
Dogs 30" at shoulder. Colour: orange, red and brindle with
white blaze up face and round the neck, legs, etc."
Saint Bernard Card 32(Sanders Crystal Jelly, 1926)... $29.95 each
This St. Bernard (smooth) "Dogs of the World" was published
in 1890 by Goodwin & Co. This is the only card I have
by Goodwin. A very expensive card
($69.95) These cards were one of the first sets of cards ever
issued and these were enclosed in 'Old Judge Cigarettes'.
Since this one shows wear and is missing the corner I have
set the price much lower for someone who would like to
finish their collection with a one of a kind.
Saint Bernard Card 33(Goodwin Dogs of the World, 1890)Damaged... $30.00 each
This card issued by Bengal Cheroots and put out by Ellis & Co.
of Baltimore Md in 1890 is a one of kind and 117 years old.
This came from a set of 25 cards and I have never seen another
one of these classic cards. A wonderful card for you
collectors.
Saint Bernard Card 34(Original One of a Kind, 1890)... $124.95 each
A card put out by the Surbrug Co. in 1911 and enclosed
in Milo brand EGYPTIAN CIGARETTES OF QUALITY. The
back of the card has the following great description: "The
ST. BERNARD is the largest of breeds, and is surpassed by
none in the matter of dignity and beauty. He derives his name
from the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard. There, his mission
was to seek for travelers in distress while crossing the Alps
by the pass from Switzerland to Italy. Of the Hospice dogs,
Barry was the most famous, the saving of fifteen lives being
to his credit. Plinlimmon, a grand dog, thirty-three inches
at the shoulder and two hundred and ten pounds in weight,
imported by the actor, J. K. Emmett, at a cost of $4,000,
was one of the most famous in this country." This card is
very unusual, not only because of its age, 96 years old,
but it is in Mint Conditon.
Saint Bernard Card 35(Original(MINT CONDITION)... $89.95 each
This lovely card with the St. Bernard and the wild cats was issued
by Chocolate Co. of Stollwerck Germany in 1960.
Saint Bernard Card 37(Chocolate Co. of Stollwerck,Germany in 1960.)... $49.95 each
St. Bernard Post Card
A first date of issue post card 8/27/94, of an artists rendition of
a St. Bernard. Also included is the Postage Stamp from Bucharest, Romania.
A rare find and one you should have for your collection. You get
the post card and the stamp for the price of the card alone.
Saint Bernard Post Card from Romania... $9.95 each
We can take visa/mc/disc or paypal, but they are first come first served, so let me know if you are interested.
Truly one of the cheapest unique treats for yourself or a friend (great for club trophies as well!)
It is absolutely true that you will often find some of these cards at very reasonable prices. On the other hand, if you add in the gas, hours, and hassles that it has taken to find them, you may find it easier to just get them from us while we have them :*) I don't always count on getting more in the near future. I get them when I can find them and the stock is not always constant.
I do have other breeds available. Let me know and perhaps I can do a page for your breed.
~*~ Francie Stull ~*~
729 Mercer Rd., Bowling Green, KY 42101
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